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Species Profiles -> Cyprinids -> Harlequin Rasbora

 

Harlequin Rasbora (Rasbora heteromorpha)

Synonyms:
Red Rasbora

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Stats:

Adult Size: 1 1/2" (4 cm)
Temp: 76-79 F (24-26 C)
Tank: 24" (60 cm) minimum

Requirements:
Longer tank preferred, group species, very peaceful. Darker colors, and even blackwater to bring out their color.
Diet:
Anything, not picky. Small live or frozen relished.
Breeding:
Females have a rounded mark on bar. Very difficult to tell. Easy to breed in right conditions, soft acidic water, broadleaf plants.
Sociability:
Keep in large groups, need companions to be calm. Can get along with almost any tankmates.
Related Spec:

(Rasbora dorsiocellata) Eye-Spot Rasbora
(Rasbora hengeli) Hengel's Rasbora
(Rasbora espeii) Espes Rasbora
(Rasbora kalochroma) Clown Rasbora

Special Info:

Not quite a beginner's fish, but hardy and pretty.

 

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updated: April 22, 2002